The results are two-bite cookies that are buttery, crumbly and sandy — everything you’d want in shortbread.

Recently, I had a chance to try some samples.

The Lemon Thyme has a nice bright citrus-y, herbaceous flavor. The Cardamom is the most potent, as the warm, earthy spice shines through clearly. The Ginger has little bits of candied ginger for added texture. It’s mild, but with a slow, subtle hit of heat at the very end.

The cookies are $6.50 for a 3.5-ounce package. They’re available at Draeger’s stores on the Peninsula, and Whole Foods markets.

Three and a half cookies have about 130 to 140 calories, depending upon the variety.

Enjoy them with a soothing cup of tea. Or do as my husband did — and top your morning oatmeal with a few for fun breakfast-like croutons.

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I love anything with lavendar in them. I always wonder what fennel pollen taste like? I think I tried something with it once and didn’t really notice anything. BTW, these miniature cookies also look furry! LOL